Kawasaki Kmx200 A2 (1988)

437 real MOT outcomes analysed

1988 Kawasaki Kmx200 A2

CarHunch has 437 1988 Kawasaki Kmx200 A2 vehicles on record, but none have light-vehicle MOT history in our data source.

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Moderate sample. 437 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

No MOT data available for this vehicle type

The 1988 Kawasaki Kmx200 A2 doesn't appear in DVLA light-vehicle MOT records — it may be exempt, registered as a different vehicle class, or an import not subject to UK MOT testing. We don't have reliability stats for this specific model, but you can browse other Kawasaki vehicles below.

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No MOT data — worth knowing

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The real detail is in the individual vehicle report — MOT history, AI Hunches, mileage timeline, and defect patterns for that specific reg.

UK

This 1988 Kawasaki KMX200-A2 is a lightweight trail bike, and MOT data for motorcycles of this age and type isn't captured in the standard UK light-vehicle database—these bikes are either exempt from MOT testing or fall outside the scheme's scope, so the pass rate figures shown here don't represent actual test results. What we can tell you is that any 1988 motorcycle surviving in regular use today has already proven itself robust; median mileage sits at just under 15,000 miles, suggesting most examples are preserved or lightly ridden rather than commuter workhorses. If you're considering one, treat it as a classic that demands proper pre-purchase inspection by someone who knows small trail bikes—fuel system condition, ignition reliability, and frame/suspension integrity matter far more than historical MOT records in this case.

MOT statistics not available

We have 437 1988 Kawasaki Kmx200 A2 vehicles on record, but none have light-vehicle MOT history in our data source.

There are a few reasons this can happen:

  • Heavy commercial vehicle — trucks, buses and coaches over 3.5 tonnes are tested under the DVSA annual HGV/PSV regime, which uses a separate database not included in our data source
  • Imported vehicles — vehicles registered abroad and recently brought to the UK may have no UK MOT history yet
  • MOT-exempt — vehicles manufactured before 1986 qualify under the 40-year rolling exemption; some specialist and agricultural vehicles are also exempt
  • Never used on public roads — some vehicles are registered but kept off-road and have never required an MOT
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What tends to go wrong

Across 437 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Suspension & steering 62.5%
Rear suspension bush has slight free play · Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars
Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.
Lighting 37.5%
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. · Drive chain slightly loose · Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on · …
Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.
Exhaust & emissions 37.5%
Exhaust noisy
Brake wear 25%
Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort · Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel · Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies
Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.
Other issues 25%
Killswitch not functioning · Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing · Throttle operating incorrectly · …
Tyre wear 12.5%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1988.

Before you buy a 1988 Kawasaki Kmx200 A2

Based on MOT data from 437 vehicles — here's what to check.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. 0.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
    Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
  • 🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection ClickMechanic
  • 📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History carVertical Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 555 Kawasaki Kmx200 A2 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Green 49.7%
276
Black 49.4%
274
Blue 0.9%
5
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